SR8 1DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Moray Close, 0.6km from Peterlee in Peterlee. Administratively it sits within Peterlee West ward and the Easington constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SR8 1DQ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £87k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.9% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SR8 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00105441 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MORAY CLOSE, SR8 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORAY CLOSE, SR8 1DQ.
319
37
£ 31,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR8 1DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 53% of tenure in SR8 1DQ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 21.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR8 1DQ. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 62,500
4 sales · Mean £ 71,250
Terraced
£ 75,000
5 sales · Mean £ 77,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SR8 1DQ is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College
Howletch Lane Primary School
Shotton Hall Primary School
Endeavour Academy Durham
The Academy at Shotton Hall
Acre Rigg Academy
Acre Rigg Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- 1Life0.3 km
- Dicksons0.5 km
- Sweet Dreams0.6 km
- Xpress News and Mags Ltd0.5 km
- Premier - Edenhill Convenience Store1.0 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Peterlee Catholic Club Ltd0.7 km
- Funk-A-Deli0.5 km
- Hearts of Oak0.6 km
- Peterlee Cricket Club0.5 km
- The Vibe0.5 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Chimes Cafe0.5 km
- Grill n Chill Peterlee1.0 km
- Starbucks0.5 km
- Club 3000 Bingo0.5 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Eden Fish Inn1.0 km
- Nest Fisheries0.7 km
- Crispy Cod0.9 km
- AJ's Foods0.6 km
- Beverley Way Dynasty0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Peterlee Lodge Hotel0.5 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Asda0.8 km
- Farmfoods0.5 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- Lidl0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham8.9 km
- Hartlepool11.7 km
- Seaton Carew14.3 km
Bus Stops
- Passfield Way - Southway0.1 km
- Passfield Way - Southway0.2 km
- Passfield Way - Southway0.2 km
- Burnhope Way-Neville Rd0.2 km
- Burnhope Way - Neville Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR81DQ · Data under Open Government Licence